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Acknowledgments xi
About the Authors xiii
Introduction xv
Differentiated Instruction xvi
Teaching Matters xvi
Clarifying Instructional Goals xvii
Differentiated Instruction in Action xviii
Effective Science Education 1
Creating a Climate for Differentiated Instruction 3
A Climate for Learning 3
A Safe and Enriched Environment 4
Internet Resources Related to Health and Safety 4
Natural Learning Systems 5
Emotional Learning System 6
Social Learning System 6
Physical Learning System 7
Cognitive Learning System 7
Reflective Learning System 7
Learning Systems With Links to National Standards 8
A Planning Guide for Differentiated Instruction 9
Phases of the Planning Guide 9
Scientific and Technological Literacy for the Twenty-First Century 13
Scientific Literacy 13
Science Education Standards 14
Unifying Concepts and Processes 15
Process and Thinking Skills in K-8 Science 17
Dispositions That Underlie Science 17
Dimensions of Learning 17
Technological Literacy 21
Views of Technology 21
Integration of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) 22
Knowing the Learner 25
Multicultural Education 25
Multicultural Education in Science 26
Gender Equity 27
Gender Equity in Science 28
Learning Modalities 29
Learning and Thinking Styles 29
Kolb's Learning Styles 30
McCarthy's 4MAT System 32
Gregorc's Thinking Styles 32
Gardner's Theory of Multiple Intelligences 32
Eight Intelligences Linked to Science 33
Sternberg's View of Intelligence 41
Learning Activities Linked to Intelligences 41
Strategies for Preassessment 43
Assessing Prior Knowledge 43
Addressing Misconceptions 45
Pretest of Concepts 46
Pretest of Skills 46
Designing Differentiated Instruction 49
Methods and Effective Practices for Increasing Student Achievement 51
Methods for Teaching and Learning Science 52
The Roles of Teachers and Students in Methods 55
Research-Based Effective Practices 55
Strategies Linked to Brain Research and Classroom Practices 58
Science Notebooks as Tools for Learning 58
Lab Reports 61
Grouping 61
Cooperative Learning 64
Adjustable Assignments 65
Curriculum Compacting 69
Strategies for Activating and Engaging 73
Strategies for Engagement 73
K-W-L Charts 74
Discrepant Events 74
School Site Investigations 76
Informal Learning Environments 76
Video Clips 77
Guest Speakers 79
Displays 79
Literature in Science 80
Case Studies 80
Strategies for Acquiring and Exploring 83
Inquiry Defined 83
Traditional Versus Inquiry-Based Classrooms 84
Factors That Support Inquiry and Differentiated Instruction in Science 85
Environments That Support Inquiry-Based Teaching and Learning 85
Classroom Features 87
Equipment and Supplies 88
Management Strategies 88
Problem-Based Learning 91
Examples of PBL Topics 91
Projects 92
Models 93
Booklets, Posters, and Brochures 94
Projects at the Primary, Intermediate, and Middle Grade Levels 94
Science Fair Projects 95
Product Testing and Survey Research 96
Science and Technological Design 97
Presentations 97
Stations 97
Examples of Stations at the Primary Grade Level 98
Example of Stations at the Intermediate Grade Level 99
Example of Stations at the Middle Grade Level 99
Centers 100
Structured Centers 100
Exploratory Centers 101
Relearning Centers 101
Assessment for Stations and Centers 102
Choice Boards 104
Choice Boards for a Primary Level Study of Animals 105
Contracts 105
Contract for Rocks and Minerals 105
Choice Board for Activities 110
Computer-Based Technologies as Tools for Learning 111
Strategies for Explaining, Applying, and Creating Meaning 115
Group Discussion 115
Questions for Thinking and Problem Solving 116
Discussion Starters 117
Nonlinguistic Representations for K-8 Science 118
Charts 118
Data Tables and Graphs 118
Creating Graphs 123
Bar Graphs 123
Line Graphs 123
Circle Graphs 123
Six Types of Graphic Organizers 126
Four-Corner Organizer 130
Strategies for Elaborating and Extending Learning 133
Beyond the Basics 133
Games That Enhance Learning 134
Cubing 134
Cubing With Questions About the Moon 135
Jigsaw 135
Analogies and Similes 138
Analogies 138
Similes 138
Similes for a Middle Grade Unit on Cells 139
Strategies for Assessing and Evaluating Learning 141
Assessment and Evaluation 141
Assessment Strategies in the Science Classroom 142
Performance Tasks for Learning and Assessment 142
Creating Rubrics for Teacher Assessment and Self-Assessment 152
Holistic Rubrics 153
Generalized Rubrics 153
Analytic Rubrics 155
Planning Differentiated Instruction: The Key to Success 158
Considerations, Resources, and Strategies for Differentiating Instruction in Science 158
References 163
Index 171
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